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Toyota Drops GR Corolla Drivetrain into AWD GR86 Rally

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Toyota has just unveiled the GR86 Rally Legacy Concept at the 2024 SEMA Show, presenting an exciting homage to the brand’s rallying heritage replete with a nostalgic livery.  Image: Toyota Looking for a new or used Toyota? Find it here with CARmag! The GR86 Rally Legacy Concept draws inspiration from two of Toyota’s most iconic rally machines, the ST185 and ST205 Celica GT-Four. These cars left a lasting legacy on rally stages worldwide and even in popular racing video games, where their impact has endured among fans and enthusiasts. Toyota’s goal with this concept was to reignite those memories while showcasing what a modern interpretation of the Celica GT-Four might look like. To realize this ambitious vision, Toyota engineers performed a complete powertrain swap, fitting the three-cylinder turbocharged GR-FOUR AWD drivetrain from the GR Corolla. This change gave the concept a rally-ready setup that allows it to take on demanding terrain with confidence. But adapting the GR Co
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Kia Returns to SEMA With Adventurous Custom EV Concepts

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Kia has taken to the Las Vegas SEMA show to unveil some slick looking electric off-roaders which are touted to take adventure-ready EVs to the next level.  Image: Kia Looking for a new or used Kia? Find it here with CARmag! Designed by Kia Design Centre America in California, these vehicles bring together capability, clever adaptability and a clear focus on sustainable travel. Dubbed the EV9 ADVNTR Concept SUV and the PV5 WKNDR Concept EV Van, these custom creations hint at a future where adventure vehicles are eco-friendly, versatile, and perfectly suited for nature-bound journeys. SEMA, known for its dynamic showcase of concept cars and high-performance accessories, offers automakers an opportunity to display their latest innovations for automotive enthusiasts. This year, Kia’s contributions to the show stand out by embracing electric power with designs that blend functionality and form for off-the-grid explorations. The EV9 ADVNTR Concept is Kia’s vision of an electric
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GAC Becomes First in South Africa to Introduce Lifetime Engine Warranty

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In a bold move that places GAC Motor South Africa in good stead with prospective buyers, the Chinese automaker will now offer a lifetime engine warranty across its entire vehicle lineup. Image: GAC Motors Looking for a new or used GAC? Find it here with CARmag! This offer applies to all models purchased from 2024 onward, underscoring GAC’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction in partnership with distributor Salvador Caetano. This lifetime engine warranty represents a shift in conventional warranty policies, one that elevates the GAC brand and offers long-term peace of mind to its customers. At a time when warranties typically span limited years or mileage, GAC’s lifetime coverage will likely strengthen trust with South African consumers and establish the brand as a reliable choice in a competitive market. Related:  Review: GAC GS3 Emzoom R-Style Utilising the GAC Group’s large research and development network, GAC has reaffirmed that as China’s fifth-largest automoti
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R160m Range Rover House Brings Ultra-Rare Onyx To Cape Town

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A once-in-a-lifetime experience, the Range Rover House brings luxury, wellness, and Africa’s rare SV Onyx Edition to Cape Town.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Charlen Raymond (@charlenraymond) Looking for a new or used Land Rover? Find it here with CARmag! In the realm of luxury and sophistication, few brands do it quite like Range Rover . This past October, Land Rover’s luxury arm unveiled its Range Rover House, an invitation-only event designed to immerse guests in a curated blend of experiences that mirrors the brand’s modern luxury ethos. Set in a private villa at the foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town, Range Rover House provided an intimate setting to discover the latest creation by the automaker’s SV Bespoke division: the ultra-exclusive Range Rover SV Onyx Edition. Image: Range Rover SA But First: Range Rover House Situated in Bishops Court, one of the Mother City’s most affluent suburbs, the R160 million Range
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Top 5 Best Selling Bakkies – October 2024

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The Toyota Hilux has yet again retained the top spot as Mzansi’s best-selling bakkie in October 2024. Here are the top 5 best-selling bakkies in October 2024.  Image: Toyota Looking for a new or used Toyota Hilux? Find it here with CARmag! In October, Toyota sold an impressive 2 793 new Hilux bakkies. Although this figure is 149 units lower than the previous month, the Hilux remains Toyota South Africa Motors’ best-selling model. This achievement comes despite a general decrease in sales within the light commercial vehicle (LCV) segment. Top 5 Best Selling Bakkies for October 2024 Toyota Hilux –  2 793 units Ford Ranger –  2 217 units Isuzu D-Max –  1 807 units Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up –  709 units  Nissan Navara –  418 units The Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, and Isuzu D-Max continue to dominate South Africa’s light commercial vehicle market, reflecting their strong reputations for reliability, durability, and off-road capability— qualities that are essential for local cond
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All-New Suzuki Swift Arrives in SA With Bang

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Suzuki South Africa continues to find favour with local consumers after registering one of its best sales months to date, with the all-new Swift slotting right into where its predecessor left off. Looking for a new or used Suzuki? Find it here with CARmag! Suzuki Auto South Africa has set a new milestone, achieving record-breaking sales in October with 6 006 new passenger vehicles sold nationwide. This figure revealed in Naamsa’s latest sales report, marks Suzuki’s best month yet and averages nearly 194 vehicles sold per day. It places Suzuki third in total vehicle sales by manufacturer for October, behind Toyota and Volkswagen who both have manufacturing facilities in South Africa. Related: Top 10 Best-Selling Automotive Brands Locally – October 2024 Henno Havenga, General Manager of Sales and Marketing at Suzuki Auto South Africa, described the achievement as a “phenomenal accomplishment,” especially considering current economic challenges. “Breaking the 6 000 unit bar
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Suzuki’s All-Electric eVX SUV Will Also Be Branded as a Toyota

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Suzuki ’s eVX concept, an all-electric SUV that will also be sold as a Toyota, is set to hit global markets in 2025 as Suzuki’s first globally strategic EV. Image: Suzuki Looking for a new or used Suzuki? Find it here with CARmag! Collaborating closely with Toyota, Suzuki aims to expand its lineup with fully electric models, marking a significant step forward for both automakers in the race to electrification. This partnership will see Suzuki’s upcoming battery-powered SUV produced alongside Toyota’s Urban SUV concept, with production scheduled to begin in 2025 and a worldwide release expected later in the year. The eVX promises to bring Suzuki’s iconic 4×4 DNA into the electric age, combining rugged off-road capabilities with the latest in EV technology. While most electric SUVs tend toward urban-friendly designs, Suzuki’s vision with the eVX is to deliver a true SUV experience, reflecting the brand’s commitment to practicality and versatility. Its exterior design is immediately
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